Herbal Remedies for Prostate Enlargement.

The prostate is a walnut shaped organ that surrounds the urethra which is part of the male reproductive system. It is responsible for adding semen to sperm to enable mobility. As men grow older, the prostate also grows and becomes enlarged enough to cause discomfort from around the age of 45 to 50.

Prostate affects a lot of older men and some of the common symptoms are;

• Frequent urination.
• Urinary leakage or incontinence.
• Weak urine flow.
• Inability to empty the bladder completely.
• Difficulty in starting a stream of urine.
• Painful urination.
• Blood in the urine.
• Urinary tract infections.

These symptoms are due to the fact that the prostate swells or enlarges, it constricts the urethra which

it surrounds, narrowing it and causing urinary and bladder issues. The enlargement of the prostate gland however, does not increase the risk for prostate cancer.

There are herbal remedies which can shrink the prostate back to its size, improve urine flow without interfering with sexual functions.

1. My first recommended herbal remedy is sour sop leaf tea. Sour sop has been known to kill cancer cells, including those of the prostate. Sour sop also has anti-inflammatory properties. Make an infusion of sour sop leaves and drink a cup twice daily. Improvements are felt within two weeks.
2. The bark decoction of the Pygeum tree or African plum tree is very effective in reducing an enlarged prostate gland. Pygeum bark contains phytosterols with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Make a decoction of some chopped bark pieces and drink a cup daily. This has been a remedy used in parts of West Africa by men for a long time. The tree is called emi or olowomefa in Yoruba, akuwa in  Igbo and kadanya in Hausa.It is also used to treat other problems of the prostate and urinary tract.
3. Saw palmetto, called Serenoa repens, fruit extract has been used popularly to reduce the size of enlarged prostate. Saw palmetto extract is said to promote effective hormone metabolism and prevents the production of the hormones that boost prostate enlargement. Saw palmetto can also boost sexual activity, reduce impotence and protect against prostate cancer. The fruits are rich in sterols which are antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties.
4. Stinging nettle root (Urtica dioica). Make an infusion of 1 teaspoon ground root to 1 cup hot water. Allow to step for about 1 minutes and drink 2-3 times a day. Stinging nettle root has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and astringent properties.
5. Apple cider vinegar has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, astringent and so many properties that make it ideal for shrinking enlarged prostate glands. Drink 1-2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar mixed with a cup of water 2 times daily.
6. Corn silk has a lot of healing properties. It has astringent, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is an effective remedy for conditions of the prostate gland. Read here for more of the amazing benefits of corn silk tea. Infuse a tablespoon of chopped corn silk strands in a cup of water, allow steeping for 15 minutes, strain and drink 2-3 cups daily.

There are so many herbal remedies which can take care of inflammation and enlargement that will help you to resolve prostate gland issues. Our dear gentlemen, please don’t suffer in silence, believing that ordinary prostate enlargement has no cure except surgery and some other complicated procedures. Healthy lifestyle changes, a good fitness plan, healthy meals and herbs that are anti-inflammatory will surely help you to shrink your prostate gland back to normal, which is all you need. Read more about anti-inflammatory herbs and foods here. So many men over 50 are experiencing this, so you are not alone. There is nothing like being your natural self.

Other common ingredients are tomato juice, pumpkin seeds, garlic, Indian gooseberries (amla) and South African star grass.

If you have, or someone you know has used any herbal remedy to alleviate the symptoms of enlarged prostate effectively, please share below or by email to yvonnebosede06@gmail.com. Follow on Twitter @heal2bwell for updates.